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Measuring inequality with asset indicators

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  • David McKenzie, 2005. "Measuring inequality with asset indicators," Journal of Population Economics, Springer;European Society for Population Economics, vol. 18(2), pages 229-260, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:jopoec:v:18:y:2005:i:2:p:229-260
    DOI: 10.1007/s00148-005-0224-7
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    Keywords

    D31; C81; J10; Inequality; asset indicators; measurement;
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    JEL classification:

    • D31 - Microeconomics - - Distribution - - - Personal Income and Wealth Distribution
    • C81 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Data Collection and Data Estimation Methodology; Computer Programs - - - Methodology for Collecting, Estimating, and Organizing Microeconomic Data; Data Access
    • J10 - Labor and Demographic Economics - - Demographic Economics - - - General

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